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Body of missing S’porean woman in Spain found with 30 stab wounds; S’porean man arrested
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Japan’s native population declines at record rate as births plunge: Latest data shows number of Japanese nationals falling by almost 100 an hour on average ...
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Quick Glance: Japan’s Native Population Declines: Record Birth Plunge
- Japan sees the largest decline in its native population since 1950, despite government efforts.
- The total population of Japan decreased to 124.3 million in October, with 595,000 fewer residents compared to the previous year.
- The country experienced a historic low in birth rates in 2023 and a high number of foreign residents.
- The demographic crisis in Japan is leading to a significant imbalance in the population pyramid, raising questions about the country's social functions.
Toshiba weighs cutting 5,000 jobs in Japan: TOKYO -- Toshiba is considering cutting its domestic workforce by 5,000, equivalent to about 7% of the total in Japan ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Companies/Toshiba-weighs-cutting-5-000-jobs-in-Japan
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Japan foreign tourists top 3m in March, fueling record spending boom: TOKYO -- The number of monthly visitors to Japan exceeded 3 million for the first time in ...
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Biden Vows to Back Japan, Philippines as China Rattles Allies: President Joe Biden said he was committed to “deepening maritime and security ties” with Japan and ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-11/biden-vows-to-back-japan-philippines-as-china-rattles-allies
Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza war approach
- President Joe Biden criticizes Netanyahu for inadequate humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- The U.S. increases pressure on Israel to achieve a ceasefire, straining the long-standing alliance.
- Disagreements over humanitarian aid and offensive plans in Rafah deepen the divide between the two countries.
- Israel slowly ramps up aid, but logistical issues and security concerns complicate deliveries.
Japan restarts world's largest nuclear power plant: After the nuclear disaster in Fukushima, Japan also shut down all nuclear power plants ...
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26 degrees in April: temperature record in Sapporo, Japan: Temperatures have been recorded in the metropolis since 1877. Now Sapporo has experienced the earliest ...
faz.net/aktuell/gesellschaft/26-grad-im-april-temperaturrekord-im-japanischen-sapporo-19654404.html
Japan considering first hike in teachers' overtime pay in 50 years: There has been a proposal for raising the allowances to 10% of monthly salary or even higher ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/13/japan/society/japan-teacher-pay-hike/
Indonesia awards Jakarta MRT extension project to Japan's Sojitz: TOKYO -- The Japanese trading house Sojitz has signed a 45 billion yen ($290 million) contract ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Transportation/Indonesia-awards-Jakarta-MRT-extension-project-to-Japan-s-Sojitz
Exclusive: TikTok quizzed by EU on TikTok Lite launch in France, Spain: ByteDance's TikTok has been given 24 hours to provide a risk assessment on its new app ...
reuters.com/technology/tiktok-quizzed-by-eu-tiktok-lite-launch-france-spain-2024-04-17/
Quick Glance: ByteDance Given 24 Hours to Provide DSA Risk Assessment for TikTok Lite
- The EU demands TikTok owner ByteDance to submit a risk assessment for TikTok Lite within 24 hours to address compliance questions related to the Digital Services Act.
- EU's concerns focus on the launch of TikTok Lite, especially on a reward-linked engagement feature that could have a negative impact on young people's mental health.
- The EU has requested TikTok to provide more information on the risk assessment of the new program and the measures to mitigate systemic risks.
- The company has until April 26 to provide additional information before the EU decides on potential further steps, such as a formal investigation.
Chillida Centennial: the universal Basque sculptor: It is 100 years since the birth of one of the most influential Spanish artists of the 20th century ...
spain.info/es/chillida-100/
Oracle to invest over $8 billion in Japan in cloud computing, AI: Oracle said on Wednesday it will invest more than $8 billion over the next 10 years to meet ...
reuters.com/technology/oracle-invest-over-8-bln-japan-cloud-computing-ai-2024-04-18/
Hydrogen is developing fast in Japan, closer to societal use: Japan is a global leader in hydrogen technology development, largely due to its strategic emphasis ...
weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/hydrogen-japan/
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To Counter China in South China Sea, US Ramps Up Ties With Japan, Philippines: US President Joe Biden is set to unveil joint military patrols and training with ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-11/to-counter-china-in-south-china-sea-us-ramps-up-ties-with-japan-philippines
Quick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
Japanese students losing interest in civil service: Public-private job search timing affects student behavior, especially in new graduate hiring.
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/17/japan/society/students-lose-interest-in-civil-service/
UAE and Costa Rica sign trade deal, UAE president says: The United Arab Emirates and Costa Rica have signed an agreement that will help improve bilateral trade ...
reuters.com/world/uae-costa-rica-sign-trade-deal-uae-president-says-2024-04-18/
Spain Joins Other EU Nations in Plan to End Golden Visas: Spain plans to end its so-called golden visa program for foreign property buyers in a bid to increase ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-08/spain-to-end-golden-visa-program-for-real-estate-investments
Oracle to spend over $8bn to build more data centers in Japan: TOKYO -- Oracle will spend a total of more than $8 billion over 10 years, starting in 2024 ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Technology/Oracle-to-spend-over-8bn-to-build-more-data-centers-in-Japan
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Toyota recalls Prius cars, halts orders due to faulty door switches : TOKYO (Reuters) -- Toyota Motor has recalled more than 135,000 Prius hybrid cars in Japan ...
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US, Japan to strike deals on defense, space at leaders' summit: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will make new agreements with U.S. President Joe Biden when ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-japan-strike-deals-defense-space-leaders-summit-2024-04-10/
Quick Glance: Kishida and Biden Celebrate US-Japan Alliance with 'Star Trek' Toast
- Kishida quotes 'Star Trek' and jokes at state dinner in White House
- Biden and Kishida emphasize friendship and alliance between USA and Japan
- Prominent guests from politics and business attend lavish dinner
- Simon sings hits at night performance, serving spring cuisine from Japan and the USA
Princess Aiko Attends Gagaku Court Music Concert; Princess Reportedly Enjoyed Concert Greatly
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/imperial-family/20240416-180716/
Nigeria's junior footballers denied visas to play in Spain, says NFF: The Future Eagles were set to fly to Spain on Tuesday, ahead of their first match on Friday ...
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68759029
Japan’s Official Paris Sunrise Inspired Uniform for 2024 Olympics Unveiled
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/sports/olympics-paralympics/20240418-181087/
American-Born former sumo champion Akebono dies aged 54: Akebono, an American-born sumo wrestler who became the first non-Japanese yokozuna grand champion ...
reuters.com/sports/american-born-former-sumo-champion-akebono-dies-aged-54-2024-04-11/
Quick Glance: Akebono Taro: Sumo Icon Passes Away from Heart Failure
- Japan mourns Akebono Taro, the first non-Japanese Sumo Grand Champion, who passed away at the age of 54 from heart failure. His story was immortalized in songs.
- Born as Chad Rowan in Hawaii, Akebono rose to become one of the most successful sumo wrestlers in the 90s and was appointed as the 64th Yokozuna in 1993. After his active career, he pursued K-1 and wrestling.
- The US Ambassador to Japan and the late musician Israel Kamakawiwoʻole honored Akebono as a giant in sumo and a bridge between the US and Japan. His legacy as a sumo icon lives on.
- Israel Kamakawiwoʻole had sung about Akebono and other Hawaiian sumo wrestlers in his song 'Tengoku Kara Kaminari,' celebrating them as champions and heroes for all ages. Akebono leaves behind his wife, daughter, and two sons.
Gun supervisor for ‘Rust’ movie gets 18 months in prison for fatal shooting by Alec Baldwin on set
english.elpais.com/usa/2024-04-15/gun-supervisor-for-rust-movie-gets-18-months-in-prison-for-fatal-shooting-by-alec-baldwin-on-set.html
Quick Glance: 'Rust' Armorer Sentenced to 18 Months in Fatal Shooting
- Former 'Rust' movie armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was sentenced to 18 months in prison by the New Mexico District Court Judge.
- The incident that shocked the film industry is believed to mark the first instance in recent history of a member of a film crew or cast being fatally injured by a live round mistakenly loaded into a firearm.
- Baldwin's trial is scheduled for July 10 following his indictment for involuntary manslaughter in January.
- Initially, Hutchins' death led to a halt in the use of real firearms and blank ammunition by US film and television productions, but many have resumed usage due to the authenticity they provide.
Luxury yachts and villas abroad: is Zelensky a billionaire?: Luxury yachts, a villa in Miami and billions in a bank in Costa Rica - various riches are attributed ...
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European Investment Bank to Back €1 Billion VC Fund in Spain: The European Investment Bank’s venture capital arm will back a new fund in Spain that aims to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-10/european-investment-bank-to-back-1-billion-vc-fund-in-spain
Chillida Centennial: the universal Basque sculptor: It is 100 years since the birth of one of the most influential Spanish artists of the 20th century ...
spain.info/es/chillida-100/
Japan biz leaders' average age rises for 33rd straight year: As of December last year, the average age of company leaders stood at 60.5 years old. In 1990 ...
japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/04/14/aging-japan-business-chiefs-continues/
UK, Spain Make ‘Significant Progress’ Toward Gibraltar Deal: The UK and Spain said they made “significant progress” toward a deal to settle post-Brexit border ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-12/uk-spain-make-significant-progress-toward-gibraltar-deal
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Traditional Japanese Knife Store in Tokyo’s Ningyocho District Dates to Edo Period
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/features/japan-focus/20240415-180447/
Exclusive: Spain's Acciona downsizing renewable energy business in Brazil, sources say
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Japan's Sapporo sees earliest 25C day since records began: A city known for the 1972 Winter Olympics and hosting one of the country's biggest snow festivals saw ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/15/japan/sapporo-posts-earliest-summer-day/
On Himalayan hillsides grows Japan’s cold, hard cash: One of the poorest pockets of Asia supplies a primary ingredient for the economy in one of the richest.
nytimes.com/2024/04/15/world/asia/nepal-japan-yen-argeli.html
Quick Glance: Japanese Currency Cultivated from Himalayan Shrubs
- A shrub in Nepal supplies material for Asia's financial system.
- Argeli plant in Nepal was commonly used for firewood or fencing before Japan's currency involvement.
- Japan prints money on unique paper, not locally available, to meet the demand for fresh yen notes, benefiting Mr. Sherpa and neighbors.
As foreign leaders urge US Ukraine support, Republicans look to Trump: An unprecedented series of foreign officials, including from Japan, Britain and Italy ...
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Quick Glance: Foreign Leaders Push for US Ukraine Aid, Republicans Turn to Trump
- An unprecedented series of foreign officials, including from Japan, Britain, and Italy, have visited Washington in recent months, urging congressional Republicans to approve more military aid for Ukraine.
- However, former President and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump might hold a different stance that these lawmakers could listen to.
- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida called on lawmakers to overcome 'self-doubt' about the country's role on the world stage, warning that Ukraine's hopes would collapse without US support.
- The visits of foreign leaders to Washington reflect deep anxieties, especially in Europe, about how long Ukraine can hold on without significant new help from Washington.
Japan Feb core machinery orders +7.7% mth/mth: Japan's core machinery orders rose a much stronger-than-expected 7.7% in February from the previous month ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/japan-feb-core-machinery-orders-77-mthmth-2024-04-14/
Golden Week holidaymakers in Japan to reach 90% of pre-COVID level - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240413/p2g/00m/0na/006000c
Cashiers given chairs as Japanese companies reconsider if it’s OK for workers to sit during their shifts
japantoday.com/category/features/lifestyle/cashiers-given-chairs-as-japanese-companies-reconsider-if-it%E28099s-ok-for-workers-to-sit-during-their-shifts-1
Mongolian woman joins volunteer firefighting squad in Japan city - The Mainichi: IZUNOKUNI, Shizuoka -- A Mongolian woman who works as an international relations ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240413/p2a/00m/0na/008000c
China counters closer U.S.-Japan-Philippines ties with diplomatic flurry: HONG KONG -- While U.S. President Joe Biden invited leaders from Japan and the ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/China-counters-closer-U.S.-Japan-Philippines-ties-with-diplomatic-flurry
House Republicans send Mayorkas impeachment articles to the Senate, forcing a trial
english.elpais.com/usa/2024-04-16/house-republicans-send-mayorkas-impeachment-articles-to-the-senate-forcing-a-trial.html
Quick Glance: Senate's Decision on Impeachment Charges Against Mayorkas
- The Senate rejected the impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, halting the House Republicans' effort to impeach the Cabinet secretary over his management of the US-Mexico border.
- With Democrats contending that the articles were unconstitutional, senators voted to dismiss both impeachment charges and conclude the trial.
- Senate Republicans had called for a full impeachment trial after the House narrowly voted in February to impeach Mayorkas for his border actions.
- Republicans argued that President Joe Biden was ineffective at the border, while Democrats suggested accepting a bipartisan Senate compromise instead of impeaching Mayorkas to reduce illegal immigrants.
Are we at peak K-pop? Goldman doesn’t think so: The market thinks there’s a catch, but there might be growth potential not far away, in Japan
ft.com/content/212a87ed-adf8-4212-923d-38213d8d98be
Hitachi to let foreign employees work remotely from back home: TOKYO -- Hitachi will start allowing foreign employees in Japan to work from their home countries ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Work/Hitachi-to-let-foreign-employees-work-remotely-from-back-home
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Kagawa: Video of 3 Dolphins Picking Up Garbage Goes Viral; Staff Trained Them to Exchange Trash for Food
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/features/japan-focus/20240413-180135/
Missing: Singaporean architect who travelled to Spain alone uncontactable since April 10
straitstimes.com/singapore/missing-singaporean-architect-who-travelled-to-spain-alone-uncontactable-since-april-10
US, Japan, Philippines hold summit amid China threat: US President Joe Biden hosted a defense summit with the leaders of Japan and the Philippines ...
dw.com/en/us-japan-philippines-hold-summit-amid-china-threat/a-68792952
A 605 MW PV plant in Germany is now Europe’s largest solar farm: A 605-MW project in Germany has claimed the title of Europe's largest solar farm ...
electrek.co/2024/04/12/germany-europe-largest-solar-farm/
Famous Weeping Cherry Tree in Full Blossom in Fukushima Pref. Town
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/features/travel-spots/20240412-180039/
Starbucks releases special sparkly tumbler in Japan to support diversity: Starbucks tumblers are some of the most sought-after items around, and Japan has been ...
japantoday.com/category/features/new-products/starbucks-releases-special-sparkly-tumbler-in-japan-to-support-diversity
Tepco Suspends Loading Nuclear Fuel into Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Plant
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/news-services/reuters/20240417-180934/
Osaka-Kansai Expo: With One Year to Go until Big Event, Can Public Excitement Be Increased?
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/editorial/yomiuri-editorial/20240413-180241/
The myth of Chinese overcapacity: Early in the morning, factory whistle blows Man rises from bed and puts on his clothes Man takes his lunch ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/the-myth-of-chinese-overcapacity/
With Tech Breakthroughs on the Horizon, Startups Can Revitalize Japan
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/editorial/political-pulse/20240413-180106/
Hydrogen is developing fast in Japan, closer to societal use: Japan is a global leader in hydrogen technology development, largely due to its strategic emphasis ...
weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/hydrogen-japan/
By 2531, everyone in Japan could have the surname 'Sato': The forecast is based on the premise that the current practice of requiring married couples to share ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/01/japan/society/sato-surname-name-rule/
Quick Glance: Simulation Reveals All Japanese Will Share One Surname by 2531
- A simulation conducted by a Japanese professor predicted that by 2531, everyone in Japan will have the surname Sato.
- The top Japanese surnames cover 10 percent of the population.
- Professor Hiroshi Yoshida projected that by 2351, all Japanese residents will bear the name Sato.
- There are discussions on whether Japan should reconsider its policy on shared surnames for married couples to promote name diversity.
Google investing $1 bln to boost connectivity to Japan via two subsea cables: Google will invest $1 billion to improve digital connectivity between the U.S ...
reuters.com/business/google-investing-1-bln-boost-connectivity-japan-via-two-subsea-cables-2024-04-10/
IMF to provide Costa Rica with $510 mln disbursement, sees economy growing 4%: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Friday it will disburse $510 million ...
reuters.com/world/americas/imf-provide-costa-rica-with-510-mln-disbursement-sees-economy-growing-4-2024-04-12/
The most common mistakes foreigners make when greeting people in Spain: Saying hi and goodbye in Spanish can’t be that hard, right? Well, if you’ve been using ...
thelocal.es/20210329/the-most-common-mistakes-foreigners-make-when-greeting-people-in-spain/
'Like summer': Heat records for April already broken across Spain: Spain has had a scorcher of an April so far with heat records broken across the country ...
thelocal.es/20240415/like-summer-heat-records-for-april-already-broken-across-spain
Costa Rica Wildlife – I Finally Saw a Baird’s Tapir: A wildlife videographer shares his encounter with a rare Baird's tapir while checking camera traps in ...
ticotimes.net/2024/04/18/costa-rica-wildlife-i-finally-saw-a-bairds-tapir
Costa Rica Chosen As Filming Location for Upcoming Hallmark Channel Movie: Costa Rica's Punta Leona, located in the Central Pacific, has been chosen by ...
ticotimes.net/2024/04/09/costa-rica-chosen-as-filming-location-for-upcoming-hallmark-channel-movie
Taiwan hit by strong earthquake, triggering tsunami warning in Japan: TOKYO -- A powerful earthquake struck in the ocean near Taiwan on Wednesday morning ...
asia.nikkei.com/Economy/Natural-disasters/Taiwan-hit-by-strong-earthquake-triggering-tsunami-warning-in-Japan
Quick Glance: Taiwan Rejects China's Aid Offer After Earthquake
- Taiwanese authorities have not yet estimated the cost of recovering from the massive, deadly earthquake that hit the island on Wednesday.
- China offered aid, but Taiwan swiftly turned it down due to their conflict-ridden relationship.
- Taiwan's quick rejection likely stems from lingering bitterness over how the 1999 earthquake was handled.
- China's aid always comes with conditions, leading to Taiwan's resistance based on distrust and military threats.
How a new class of Japanese stars is changing baseball: Japanese stars help shape MLB. Now MLB helps shape Japanese baseball, too.
washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/04/18/japanese-stars-mlb-npb/
Princess Aiko Visits Meiji Jingu Shrine for 1st Time; Offers Sacred Branch While Wearing Long White Dress, Hat
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/imperial-family/20240410-179710/
What is bitcoin halving, when will it happen and why can it cause the currency’s price to skyrocket?
english.elpais.com/economy-and-business/2024-04-15/what-is-bitcoin-halving-when-will-it-happen-and-why-can-it-cause-the-currencys-price-to-skyrocket.html
Verstappen back to winning ways to lead Red Bull 1-2 in Japan: World champion Max Verstappen got back to winning ways on Sunday with a third straight ...
reuters.com/sports/formula1/verstappen-back-winning-ways-lead-red-bull-1-2-japan-2024-04-07/
Quick Glance: Verstappen and Perez Celebrate Red Bull Double Victory in Japan
- Max Verstappen wins the Japanese Grand Prix ahead of Sergio Perez, securing Red Bull's third double victory of the season.
- Verstappen maintains his lead in the championship standings with 77 points, ahead of Perez, Leclerc, and Sainz.
- Helmut Marko praises Red Bull's team performance post-race, while Mercedes faces disappointment.
- A crash between Ricciardo and Albon results in a red flag, but both drivers escape unharmed. Verstappen dominates the race from start to finish.
Scarcity of tickets leaves foreign sumo fans out in the cold: Almost as soon as general ticket sales began on Saturday for the upcoming May Grand Sumo Tournament ...
japantimes.co.jp/sports/2024/04/10/sumo/sumo-hot-ticket-foreign-fans/
Formula 1 | Schumacher settles accounts with driver: "It's just overwhelming": If Ralf Schumacher has his way, one of the 20 current Formula 1 drivers no longer ...
sport.de/news/ne6542576/formel-1--schumacher-rechnet-mit-fahrer-ab-ist-einfach-ueberfordert/
Philippines, Japan, Australia, U.S. to hold drills in South China Sea: MANILA/TOKYO -- The Philippines, Japan, the U.S. and Australia will ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Defense/Philippines-Japan-Australia-U.S.-to-hold-drills-in-South-China-Sea
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The extraordinary life of Los Bravos singer Mike Kennedy, a genuine musical rebel
english.elpais.com/culture/2024-04-14/the-extraordinary-life-of-los-bravos-singer-mike-kennedy-a-genuine-musical-rebel.html
Formula 1: Max Verstappen dominates again: victory at the Cherry Blossom GP in Japan
rtl.de/cms/formel-1-max-verstappen-dominiert-wieder-sieg-beim-kirschblueten-gp-in-japan-5082744.html
When your job separates the family: Japan's “tanshin funin” system sees married company employees leaving their families behind when they are transferred to ...
japantimes.co.jp/community/2024/04/08/voices/tanshin-funin-business-bachelor/
Heatwave caused hailstorm in Spain: In 2022, an unusually strong hailstorm hit Spain. Experts have now reconstructed the causes: apparently climate change was a ...
spektrum.de/news/klimawandel-hitzewelle-verursachte-hagelsturm-in-spanien/2213294
Quick Glance: Climate Change Intensifies Hailstorm in Spain
- In 2022, a strong hailstorm hit Spain, attributed to climate change.
- A six-week heatwave over the Mediterranean intensified the storm, leading to large hailstones.
- The increased sea surface temperature and humidity in the air contributed to the formation of the weather event.
- Experts highlight that such extreme weather conditions are exacerbated by climate change.
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